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March 27th, 2025
Denver, CO, March 27, 2025 – Power Equipment Company is proud to announce its partnership with Exodus Global as the exclusive dealer for ShearCore Fortress Shears and Connect Work Tools attachments in Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico. This collaboration enhances Power Equipment Company’s ability to provide top-tier solutions to customers across the demolition, scrap recycling,… Read More +
January 2nd, 2025
As 2025 approaches, the heavy construction equipment industry continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and opportunities. Industry leaders, including Volvo Construction Equipment, are anticipating significant shifts that will redefine business operations and the value delivered to customers. Here are three key trends expected to shape the industry in the coming year: 1. Stabilized Supply Chains… Read More +
September 5th, 2024
Many of you are likely looking to maintain or repair your machines faster and cheaper. You may be opting to do it yourself, and in many instances — especially if you have a skilled and experienced technician — it can be a smart move. But for some repairs, there’s the potential to cause further damage… Read More +
August 28th, 2024
Volvo excavators were recently redesigned inside and out — it’s the biggest update to the excavator line in two decades. The newest Volvo excavator models have been upgraded to be more productive and efficient to help you get outstanding results. The new range also looks great and is purpose-built to address the evolving challenges of… Read More +
January 2nd, 2024
The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation, embracing electric equipment as viable alternatives to traditional diesel-powered counterparts. The increasing popularity of electric heavy machinery is attributed to several advantages, including lower or zero emissions, reduced operating costs, and quieter operations. However, as construction companies contemplate integrating electric machines into their fleets, understanding the operational… Read More +
December 14th, 2023
In the realm of construction, adaptability stands as the cornerstone of success. The seamless transition between projects of diverse sizes and complexities distinguishes the most efficient contractors, and at the heart of this versatility lies the midsize excavator. Within the 15- to 35-ton range, boasting around 120 to 170 horsepower, midsize excavators strike a harmonious… Read More +
March 15th, 2022
February 3rd, 2022
Volvo Construction Equipment Options and Features If you are considering which Volvo construction equipment to buy or rent, you have a difficult decision. However, the decision gets a little easier when you look at the features offered by Volvo’s heavy equipment. Here are some of the best features you will see on Volvo’s construction equipment… Read More +
February 3rd, 2022
Why Should I Choose Volvo for My Heavy Equipment? Heavy equipment is a big investment. It’s not just a large initial investment, but over the years you plan on using it, you will put a lot of money into fueling and maintaining that equipment. You want to make sure that the equipment you choose is… Read More +
November 18th, 2021
When you need a new piece of construction equipment for an upcoming job, the big question is whether you should rent it or buy it. This is a complicated question, and there are a lot of factors to consider. Here are some of the big ones you need to keep in mind before making this… Read More +
November 15th, 2021
If you are considering heavy equipment for sale, you are likely wondering whether you can make it profitable, or if it’s going to be a terrible loss. It’s hard to know how any given piece of equipment is going to work out for you, but talking to our friends in construction, we’ve come across some… Read More +
March 17th, 2021
Operator behavior not only impacts construction equipment health, but also the profitability of the operation. When we were designing ActiveCare Direct — our 24/7 machine monitoring service — we wanted to identify some of the most common operator errors and find a way to alert our customers before they turn into larger problems. Here are 5 profit-draining… Read More +
February 1st, 2021
The more you spend, the less you make. It’s a pretty simple concept, but one you should focus on from time to time to evaluate how your business is performing. Is your site optimized to eliminate unnecessary waste? Are your operators using machines in the most efficient ways? Answering these types of questions can save you quite… Read More +
August 10th, 2020
If you’re an operator, you may think your day-to-day performance is what really matters when it comes to your job — how many yards of dirt you moved or how many loads you carried. But most construction equipment owners and fleet managers love to see an operator who’s not only productive, but also works hard… Read More +
August 5th, 2020
Enclosed spaces like heavy-equipment cabs can harbor germs and viruses like the coronavirus — during times like this, cleanliness is incredibly important. Keeping surfaces disinfected is a responsibility for everyone to help keep each other protected. At Power Equipment Company we are doing our part to help keep customers safe, and that now includes contactless… Read More +
August 3rd, 2020
In order to maintain peak efficiency despite hot and difficult conditions, we’ve identified seven tips and maintenance checks that can ensure your construction equipment is at peak form all summer long. Use these tips to help maximize your uptime throughout the summer: 1. Run your A/C properly. One of the biggest issues we see in the… Read More +
June 19th, 2019
The new Volvo EC200E Crawler Excavator gives customers a new option between Volvo’s 16- and 22-ton machines — a 20-ton class excavator that offers strong performance and comes without the added features and cost of a larger excavator. CLICK HERE to check out the walk-around video. A STRONG AND DURABLE EXCAVATOR The EC200E is a new class… Read More +
October 23rd, 2018
CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO DENVER, COLORADO, October 23, 2018 – Power Equipment Company, the authorized dealer for Volvo Construction Equipment and many other quality manufacturers, has opened the doors to a brand new location in Greeley, Colorado. This new branch officially opened for business on October, 1, 2018, and will offer vast heavy equipment… Read More +
June 5th, 2017
Elam Construction, one of the largest American-owned and locally operated paving contractors and asphalt producers in western Colorado, was recently featured in a Pit & Quarry article about how the aggregate equipment and product support solutions from Power Equipment Company significantly increased production. Elam operates a new, all-electric portable crushing plant comprising of a Lippmann… Read More +
April 25th, 2017
Power Equipment Company is excited to announce the addition of Superior Industries crushing and washing equipment to our vast aggregate product offering. Having been a Superior Industries conveyor dealer for many years, we expect that our customers will recognize the quality and dependability of the Superior brand in these new products. The new Superior crushing products include… Read More +
April 24th, 2017
As you’ve noticed, Power Equipment Company – part of ML Holdings Company – has launched a brand new website built from the ground-up! Our new website makes it quick and easy to access essential information. It features a more comprehensive view of our product and service offerings across a wide range of industries including construction,… Read More +
March 29th, 2017
Showcasing a total of 28 machines, including the launch of its new flagship 50 ton class wheel loader – the L350H – plus other new models, new uptime services in North America, including a 24 hour parts guarantee and industry – changing concept vehicles, Volvo offered a confident message and demonstrated how it is pushing… Read More +
